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Zacharias Petrou is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the University of Liverpool's Management School. His research focuses on empirical market-based accounting and corporate finance, emphasizing financial analysts' roles, regulatory impacts, and capital market dynamics. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Cyprus, with prior degrees from the National Technical University of Athens and the University of Texas at Austin.
Education:
- Bachelor's in Applied Mathematical & Physical Sciences (National Technical University of Athens)
- MSc in Engineering Mechanics (University of Texas at Austin)
- MSc in Energy & Earth Resources (University of Texas at Austin)
- PhD in Finance (University of Cyprus)
Research Interests: Zacharias examines the influence of financial analysts on capital markets, the value of sell-side analyst research, and regulatory changes' effects. His work bridges accounting practices and corporate finance to understand market efficiency and institutional dynamics.
Teaching & Engagement: He coordinates modules like Financial Regulation and Ethics (BLIM507) and Financial Markets, Regulations, and Ethics (ACFI824). Additionally, he serves as an ad-hoc reviewer for Accounting and Finance journals.
Publications: Recent works include studies on pension plan freezes' timing and ESG analysts' expertise impacts, reflecting his focus on regulatory and sustainability themes in finance.
